Accounting Manager

Leoforce; Town of Cheektowaga (NY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Leoforce is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead month-end close, GL accounting, reconciliations and financial reporting. You will report to regional leadership and partner with operations to strengthen internal controls.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of accounting experience with U.S. GAAP knowledge, strong Excel skills, and a CPA is preferred. Hybrid role based in Cheektowaga, NY with a path to leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience.
• Strong U.S. GAAP knowledge and general ledger experience.

Responsibilities

• Execute accurate month-end close and post journal entries.
• Maintain reconciliations and balance sheet review.
• Coach and develop staff accountants and improve processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for timely reporting.
• Support mergers and acquisitions activities.

Skills

Excel skills

Analytical skills

Prioritization

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA preferred

Big 4 background a plus

Tools

FloQast

Job description

Accounting Manager

Job Description

Experience: Senior Level

Salary: $125,000 - $170,000 per year

Job Details

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The Opportunity

The Accounting Manager will play an important role in maintaining accurate, timely, and well-controlled accounting operations. Reporting to and partnering with regional accounting leadership, this individual will oversee day-to-day accounting activities related to the Partner Services income statement and balance sheet.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting knowledge with hands-on experience in general ledger accounting, reconciliations, financial reporting, and team leadership. This person will take ownership of assigned responsibilities while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, documentation, and reporting accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

Month-End Close & Financial Reporting

• Execute an accurate and timely month-end close, including preparing, reviewing, and posting journal entries.
• Use FloQast to track reconciliations, monitor deadlines, and maintain the monthly close checklist.
• Maintain accurate general ledger activity and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and corporate accounting policies.
• Prepare and review account reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Assist regional accounting leadership with financial analysis, reporting requests, and special projects.

Daily & Weekly Accounting Operations

• Maintain, reconcile, and review balance sheet accounts, including fixed assets, prepaid expenses, accruals, and other key accounts.
• Coordinate with accounts payable, cash accounting, and other operational accounting team members to resolve discrepancies and maintain accurate records.
• Support accounting activities related to mergers and acquisitions.
• Ensure transactions are properly recorded, supported, and documented.
• Maintain organized records to support internal controls and audit readiness.

Team Leadership & Process Improvement

• Manage, coach, and review staff accountants, promoting accuracy, accountability, and professional development.
• Establish and maintain consistent accounting procedures and documentation.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, improve close timelines, and strengthen controls.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and operations to resolve accounting issues and meet reporting deadlines.
• Support ad hoc analyses, reporting requests, and other projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and general ledger accounting.
• Experience preparing journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting month-end close.
• Experience reviewing accounting work and managing or coaching staff.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and comfort working with large data sets.
• Experience with FloQast or similar close management systems preferred.
• CPA strongly preferred; Big 4 public accounting experience is an advantage.
• Experience with fixed assets, prepaids, accruals, accounts payable, cash accounting, and internal controls.
• Background in high-growth, multi-location, or acquisition-oriented organizations is a plus.
• Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of responsibilities, and maintain high ethical standards.

A bit about us:

We are a growing home services organization supporting multiple residential service businesses across the United States. Our centralized teams partner with regional leadership and local operations to provide reliable financial information, strengthen accounting processes, and support continued business growth.

We are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee core accounting operations, support an accurate and timely month-end close, maintain strong financial controls, and coach accounting team members.

Why join us?

• Competitive compensation: $120,000–$160,000 annually.
• Hybrid flexibility: Work in a hybrid environment based in Cheektowaga, NY.
• Leadership opportunity: Manage and coach accounting staff while partnering with the Regional Controller.
• Hands-on ownership: Take an active role in month-end close, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Process improvement: Help strengthen accounting controls and streamline workflows.
• Cross-functional exposure: Work with operations, accounts payable, cash management, and M&A-related activities.
• Career development: Contribute to a growing organization and gain exposure to special projects.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, PTO, sick days, holidays, and 401(k) matching.